($$) Restaurant and bar, La Langosta, is a great option for an afternoon of fun in the sun on Playa Larga. Located right on the beach, they serve a variety of seafood, made in so many different ways that everyone is bound to find a favorite. The menu includes local dishes such as tiritas (tiny strips of raw fish in lime juice and chopped onion) and their version of pescado a la talla called talla adobada (a whole fish wrapped in foil and cooked with mild seasonings). Walk on the beach, play in the pool or hang out in a hammock while spending the afternoon drinking cool cervezas or limonadas and watching the dolphins swim by.

just the facts, ma'am: open daily from 10 am to 6:30/7 pm. Kids' pool and adult pools included. The jukebox can get a bit loud at times, but they are always happy to turn it down when asked.

don't miss: the camaronillas are made with fresh shrimp, a gently spicey red sauce and wrapped in masa (used for making corn tortillas). The breaded shrimp has just a light crunch and is delicious.

meet me @: La Langosta is located on Playa Larga where the road to Playa Larga intersects the frontage road.

filed under: @elsewhere- authentic fare- beach food- restaurants by Bev (Oct 06)

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($$) Popeye’s is located on Playa Larga and is a great option for afternoon fun in the sun. The restaurant and children’s pool is located on the beach side of the road, while tables, lawn chairs and the adult sized pool is located across the road. The restaurant serves a variety of seafood and the staff is happy to serve you at either location.

just the facts, ma'am: Popeye’s is open daily from 10 am (more or less) until 7 pm (more or less). Shaded parking, adult and children pools available

don't miss: The camarones supremo are large shrimp wrapped in bacon and grilled and the brochettas hawaiiana is fish, shrimp, pineapple, and red bell pepper on a skewer. Served with rice, both are delicious and not to be missed.

meet me @: To get to Popeye’s take the road to Playa Larga from Highway 200 (on the way to the airport) and turn left when you reach the frontage road on the beach. Popeye’s is a few restaurants down, parking on the left and the restaurant on the right.

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($$) For a fabulous beachfront meal on La Ropa, without the fancy hotel prices, check out Restaurant El Manglar. Take the bridge from La Ropa across the crocodile estuary, and you enter this spacious, shaded restaurant. Choose from a full menu of seafood, chicken and steaks made in the traditional Mexican style and also with a little flare.

just the facts, ma'am: El Manglar is located alongside a lagoon, which is the crocodile estuary. Mosquito repellent is suggested, as it is suggested anywhere near standing water. But don’t worry about the crocs, they are well fed and are just there to look at.

don't miss: The 27-spice tuna steak with homemade teriyaki sauce is delicious and totally unique. After your meal, relax in a hammock and watch the local wildlife, which includes birds, iguana and crocodiles. Also, El Manglar is the only place on La Ropa that has free wireless internet access.

meet me @: Open daily except Wednesdays for lunch and dinner from 12 noon to 9 pm. El Manglar is located on Playa La Ropa and can be reached by crossing the bridge at the far end of the beach. If you’re going by car or taxi, cross under the yellow arch at the far side of the road to La Ropa, go right, and take the first left. The entrance to El Manglar will be on your right and is sign-posted as the restaurant and an RV park.

filed under: @zihua- beach food- casual dining- restaurants by Bev (Jan 07)

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($$) Sitting on the beach, under an umbrella, watching the waves roll on and the people walk past you on Paseo de Pescador can be fun in most restaurants, but for some reason the umbrellas at Restaurant Tata’s seem more inviting. This seafood restaurant has a wide variety of tasty seafood, and if you’re not up for a full meal, an appetizer and drink would be worth the visit.

just the facts, ma'am: Tata’s is open daily from 8:30 am – 10:30 or 11 pm.

don't miss: Tata’s is a great location for people watching and boat watching on Playa Principal. The shrimp cocktail is a nice snack on a hot day and the waitstaff is pleasant.

meet me @: Tata’s is located on Paseo de Pescador, below Hotel Avila, on Playa Principal in Zihuatanejo.

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($$$) If you find yourself in Troncones in the mood for a meal, we highly recommend that you check out Tropic of Cancer. The restaurant tables surround the pool, and are on the beach, and all are shady and breezy. You can swim in the pool while waiting for your meal, or take a walk on the beach and play in the ocean. The menu includes a variety of Mexican seafood, chicken and beef dishes, and all are delicious.

just the facts, ma'am: The restaurant at Tropic of Cancer is open daily except Tuesdays for lunch and dinner. Wireless internet also available -- just ask for the password for access.

don't miss: The Tropic of Cancer takes a decidedly modern twist on camaronillas: they are made with light and crispy phyllo dough, and comes with a soy and garlic dipping sauce. They're unique, delicious, and definitely not to be missed.

meet me @: If you take the road to Troncones, go left when you hit the frontage road, and you’ll see the signs for Tropic of Cancer Beach Club on your right shortly thereafter.

filed under: @troncones- beach food- restaurants by Bev (Jul 07)

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